Being Grateful: it isn't a reaction. it’s a way of seeing. It turns “Why me?” into “Thank you,” and ordinary moments into quiet miracles. Today, there was a fire at the clinic I visit—smoke, panic, chaos—and yet, by grace, we all walked out safe. One … Continue reading Inktober day 15
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Samarpana: offering ones actions to the Divine Samarpana—the gentle art of offering—is where doing becomes devotion. It’s not about giving up, but giving in—turning every action, thought, and moment into a sacred offering. When I act in samarpana, ego softens, gratitude grows, and even the … Continue reading Inktober day 14
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Surrender : the grace of Śaraṇāgati Śaraṇāgati—true surrender—is not weakness; it is wisdom. When I bow to the will of Īśvara, my Guru, or the Divine within, I stop struggling against life and start flowing with śraddhā (faith) and viśvāsa (trust). Surrender isn’t giving up—it’s … Continue reading Inktober day 13
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Creativity: spark the inner light Creativity is the soul stretching its wings. It’s that quiet spark inside that turns the dull into dazzling and the routine into rhythm. When I create, I’m not adding something new to the world—I’m uncovering what was already glowing within. … Continue reading Inktober day 12
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Forgiveness: is Kshama, one of the traditional Yamas in the Yoga sutras. Forgiveness isn’t a grand gesture—it’s quiet inner housekeeping. Every time I forgive, I drop a little weight I didn’t need to carry. It’s not about excusing others; it’s about freeing myself. In the … Continue reading Inktober day 11
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Crochet- creating textiles by using a hook to interlock loops of yarn Loops of joy —when I first leant to crochet. I never thought that a hook and some yarn could be therapy in disguise? From nights untangling yarn to undoing and redoing, with every … Continue reading Inktober day 10
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Metro: a short for metropolitan railway system, that runs underground or elevated and offers high speed travel Our Metro Aqua Line opened yesterday, just when I needed it—proof that the universe has great timing (and maybe a sense of humour). Beneath the chaos of the … Continue reading Inktober day 9
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Abhyas - consistent and uninterrupted practice over a long period Abhya is practice. The Bhagwad Gita says: “Keep at it, and don’t sulk when it’s slow.” Simple, right? Except the mind loves detours—snacks, naps, and tomorrows. But here’s the secret: every time I return to … Continue reading Inktober day 8
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Dhanyawad- a statement of blessedness. Dhanya (धन्य): Means "fortunate," "blessed," or "virtuous". It is related to the word dhana (धन), which means "wealth" or "riches," indicating an abundance of good fortune. Vada (वाद): Means "speech," "statement," or "expression". It comes from the root vad (वद्), meaning "to speak, to say". Dhanyawad—a word that … Continue reading Inktober day 7
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Death: a transition for the immortal soul 3 passings in a span of 4 days. 3 wonderful people have moved on....a learning ... In the Hindu way, death isn’t an end—it’s a soul changing clothes. Life is the chance to polish the spirit and aim … Continue reading Inktober day 6
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